Driving I-75? Here are Michigan's Best Signs and Landmarks

If you live in Michigan and drive south on I-75, you have probably seen some cool, funny, and interesting things along the way. From the mountains in Kentucky and Tennessee to the palm trees in Florida, there are some pretty awesome and entertaining sights to see.

The Road Trip South That Many Michiganders Know

As much as many Michiganders complain about driving through Ohio, there is still some awesomeness to behold. Driving through downtown Cincinnati, especially at night, can be frustrating for drivers but breathtaking for passengers.

Passing Paycor Stadium, where the Cincinnati Bengals play, or crossing the bridge into Kentucky over the Ohio River will certainly provide an experience and some good, or frustrating, memories.

The Legendary “Big Butter Jesus” in Ohio

But before you even get to Cincinnati, there is still fun to be had. Just 30 miles north of Cincinnati is where travelers once saw “Big Butter Jesus,” a concrete-covered foam statue rising out of a lake in front of a local church.

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Comedian Heywood Banks even immortalized the statue located between Dayton and Cincinnati with a song that was immortalized on radio shows across the Midwest.

Unfortunately, the foam statue was struck by lightning, melted, and burned to the ground. Since then, the church has erected a new statue. It is much sturdier and is no longer crawling up from under the water. As a Christian, even I can admit the first one was just a little creepy.

Michigan Roadside Landmarks Worth Watching For

But here in Michigan, we also have some cool roadside sights and landmarks that make the state stand out. From professional sports stadiums to incredible bridges, and even one sign that makes the kid in all of us giggle, there is plenty to see without ever leaving the state.